4. Hold the white push-pull boot, and push the connector straight into the port on the transceiver until
the latching mechanism clicks.
The connector will make two soft clicks as it enters the port, and the wide key will fit into the key slot
on the SFP-DD transceiver.
Figure 31. Installing an SFP-DD connector
For the lower row of ports, position the connector so that the molded grid pattern is facing down (away
from the pull tab).
Note: Cables are keyed so that they can be inserted in only one way. If a cable does not slide in easily,
ensure that it is correctly oriented. Do not force the cable. Do not insert any unsupported cable or a
cable that is intended for another type of transceiver into an SFP-DD transceiver. You may damage the
cable as well as the transceiver.
5. Gently tug on the cable to make sure that it is seated firmly.
Figure 32. SFP-DD connectors correctly inserted
Remove the second dust cap, and repeat Steps 3 through 5 to insert the second cable into the
transceiver.
Replacing a SFP-DD transceiver
Complete the following steps to remove an SFP-DD transceiver and then install a new SFP-DD transceiver.
Note: Replacing an SFP-DD transceiver may cause disruption in the fabric or to the attached device.
1. Remove any cables that are inserted into the transceiver.
2. Grasp the SFP-DD transceiver pull tab, and pull the tab straight out.
Note: Grasp the tab near the body of the transceiver to reduce the chances of bending the pull tab.
Avoid touching the transceiver because it may be hot.
3. To insert the replacement transceiver, refer “Installing an SFP-DD transceiver” on page 44
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